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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Secret Network Admin/Ship Rider - **Company:** Insight Global - **Location:** Virginia Beach, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $89,440.0 - $104,000.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Access Network, Active Directory, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), VMware ESX Servers, Network Administration, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, VMware Horizon View, VMware Virtualization, VMware VSphere, Computer Networking Systems, Information Technology, Modeling and Simulation, Network Server, Cisco - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/B29491A954B34811BEE1BDDEF6CB7DE5/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, or related discipline. In some cases, educational requirements may be adjusted for applicable work experience. * Typically requires 7+ years of related experience. * Security+ or equivalent certification. * Experience supporting DoD or Navy environments preferred. * Active secret clearance. * Must be willing and able to deploy aboard Navy vessels as a Ship Rider for extended periods. * Ability to work 12+ hour shifts for weeks at a time, including extended underway assignments lasting up to one month or longer. * Experience with Cisco Network and switching * Experience with Active Directory, DNS, and DHCP. * Basic capabilities and knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7/8. * Experience maintaining VSphere 7/8 and VMware Horizon. * Experience with patching ESXi 7/8. * Experience with VMware virtualization technologies. * Familiarity with VDI technologies and protocols. * Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. * Ability to read, interpret, and implement technical documentation. * Ability to troubleshoot technical issues across multiple systems and platforms. * Strong customer focus with the ability to manage customer needs and multiple competing priorities. * Excellent oral and written communication skills. * Ability to work effectively in shipboard environments with limited support resources. * Ability to maintain operational focus and technical performance during extended deployments. * Ability to adapt to changing mission requirements and shifting operational priorities. * Server-focused experience highly desired. * Linux+ or Microsoft certification preferred. ## Description Insight Global is looking for a Network Admin/ Ship Rider is responsible for administration, maintenance, defense, and operational support of client and server infrastructure used to support enterprise-wide modeling and simulation applications and services. The candidate will provide both shore-based and shipboard network administration support in support of Navy training operations and mission requirements. As a Ship Rider, the individual will be required to embark on naval vessels and support underway operations, working extended schedules of 12+ hour days for periods ranging from several weeks to a month or longer at a time. The candidate must be prepared to operate in dynamic shipboard environments, maintain mission readiness, and provide continuous technical support with limited resources while deployed. During departures will need to be able to troubleshoot phone connectivity issues and access network switches via console connections to assist with configuration and diagnostics. The candidate will work in close coordination with other team members, Navy personnel, and supporting departments to update, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot servers, workstations, and network systems throughout the enterprise and onboard assigned platforms. Additional duties include performing virtual construction administration, creating/modifying DHCP reservations, patching and STIG implementation, system hardening, troubleshooting technical issues, authoring standard operating procedures, and performing Tier 2 technical support. The successful candidate must be able to work independently, prioritize multiple mission requirements, and function effectively as part of a technical team in both shore and shipboard environments. 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